Purchasing Manager (China Market)

KLEIBERIT Adhesives has become an integral part of many areas in our modern world. Today, KLEIBERIT SE & Co. KG, located in Weingarten, Germany, is one of the most modern and innovative research and production centers in the world. Here, in close dialogue with international customers, innovative adhesive systems are developed and produced that are used in many areas. The product portfolio is precisely tailored to the needs of customers and worldwide availability to be ensured by an intelligent logistics concept.

Purchasing Manager (China Market)

• Conduct price negotiations with suppliers in the fields of chemical and packaging raw materials. Draft framework agreements and delivery orders.
• Develop and execute our purchasing strategy aligned with our company goals.
• Leverage procurement analytics to monitor market trends and forecast demands.
• Drive cost-efficiency while maintaining the highest standards of quality and delivery performance.
• Responsible for material planning for production in Changsha and ensure on time delivery.
• Perform supplier assessment and arrange corrective action on relevant purchasing data.
• Edit the purchasing master data (price, quantity, delivery time, etc.) in Kingdee ERP system.
• Conduct and participate in supplier audits.
• Anticipate and address potential supply chain disruptions proactively.
• Communicate with suppliers and handle complaint.

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or similar discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in purchasing.
• Deep understanding of raw material purchasing.
• Knowledge of contract law.
• Knowledge of international chemical markets is a plus.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management.
• Willingness to travel (e.g. supplier visits, audits).
• Fluency in English. German knowledge is a plus.
• Proficient in word, excel, ERP and other office software.

• Modern office environment.
• Comprehensive onboarding training. 
• Flat management structure.
• Positive working atmosphere.